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Times -Advocate, December 23, 1996
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Medieval feast
They didn't have a boar's head on the dinner table but cow tongue was on the menu. The
grade three students at McGillivray Public School dressed in period costume during a
Medieval Feast on Wednesday. The noon -hour event followed the end of a two month
learning. unit about life during Medieval times from 1450 to 1500 A.D. From left, maid
Karen Martene serves princess Ashley McAlpine and his lordship King Alex Elson.
Dear Santa
How are you keeping this year? I
have tried to be a good boy and I
have finally learned how to tie my
shoes by myself. My dad has a 4 -
wheeler and I would like a new
helmet with a shield for Christmas. I
would also like some new
International tractors and my brother Jason who is 11
years old would like some new John Deere tractors. I
would also like some snow for Christmas so I could
use my GT snowracer that I got last Christmas. When
you come to my house this year, please just help
yourself to whatever snack you would like. The
cookies are in the cow cookie jar on the cupboard and
you know where the cold drinks are kept. You will
have to be real quiet when you come and go because
my dog Barney barks at everyone and everything that
comes near our house. XOXO
Love Jeremty. - age 8
son of Cathy and Ralph Batten
Dear Santa
Would you please bring me a Tea Set
and an Upside Down Doll? I have a
brother Kraig, who is 2, he would
like a doll that talks. Thank you.
From Billi Marie Minzen - age 5
daughter of Doreen
The Fireworks on
Christmas
ByJason Roy, Grade 6
xeter Public School
It was in December, and the elves
were busily making toys for the
good girls and boys. Mrs. Claus
was in the kitchen making a deli-
cious feast. Santa was fixing the
toaster oven when he got a huge
shock. He shot up through the roof
and lit up the sky. Santa came back.
He was acting strange sort of robot-
like. When he put an eggo in his
mouth it warmed up and he said
ding! Just like a toaster oven. Santa
still had a lot, I mean, a lot of toys
to make. Mrs. Claus had to do
something and fast! Mrs. Claus had
to get fat and fast. Soon, she was as
big as Santa because she ate all the
dinner she made. She got Santa's
big red suit and it fit just as well.
She went to the workshop and
made dolls, cars, trucks, board
games too. In a little while they had
enough toys made. Mrs. Claus got
the sleigh loaded and she flew
off.She started in Alberta then Ne-
braska then Aruba and Canada and
so forth. When she had been to all,
around the world, she flew back
home. Santa was walking around,
then Mrs. Claus gave Santa another
shock.All Santa could think about
was food.After supper, Santa went
out and delivered more presents
(that Mrs. Claus didn't know
about). When Santa was gone, Mrs.
Claus ordered a year's supply of
Slim Fast.
Holiday spending
survival tips
For many people, over -indulgence is just part of the holiday season,
whether on food or gift giving. But as fun as it seems at the time, there al-
ways comes a time when we have to pay!
"Many people feel pressured by friends, family and media hype to spend
extravagantly during the holiday season," says Chris Ballard, Advisor to
the Consumer Council of Canada.
"But bowing to this pressure can get people into trouble." Bal-
lard suggests that people be especially careful to spend within
their means, and to shop carefully for modest quality gifts in-
stead of going for quantity.
Here ar6 some tips from financial experts and expert
shoppers:
• Make a budget before you go shopping and stick to
it.
• If you think you won't be able to resist blow-
ing the budget, consider leaving your credit cards
at home and using cash only.
• Shop all year to spread out the cost. If you
have to shop in'thi snow, save shopping for
stocking stuffei s untileloser to the holiday. But
whatever you do, avoid serious shopping on
Christmas Eve when you're vulnerable to the im-
pulse to buy!
• Plan a shopping strategy. Avoid wandering
through malls looking for inspiration; before you go shopping, make a
shopping list and plan where you will buy each item.
• If you're crafty you've got it made! If you have a special talent, con-
sider making some or all of your gifts.
• If you have a little extra cash after you've paid for this year's presents,
and if you can stand the crowds, buy gifts for next year at the Boxing Day
sales.
• If you do go over board and "max out" all of your credit cards, consid-
er approaching a financial institution for a debt consolidation loan. Finan-
cial institutions offer interest rates that are lower than most cards, which
will save you money in the long run.
Make an early New Year's resolution to spend wisely this holiday sea-
son. You'll be glad for the rest of the year that you did!
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During the Holiday Season
more than ever, our thoughts
turn gratefully to those who
have made our
progress possible.
And in this spirit we
say, simply but sincerely
?hank,you and
Best Wishes
•
for the Holiday Season
and a Sappy 9irgw Year
From the management and staff of
ANCIE><
METAL PRODUCTS LTD.
atistmas
Humbly, they came in
wonder and adoration
bearing gifts to the
newborn babe.
May the peace, hope and
joy of the,season be ,
Y941, always.
Thank you for your
friendship and your
patronage
JEFFREY BROS,
CONSTRUCTION
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You're never too old to see Christmas through the eyes of a
child. May all the excitement you felt as a youngster revisit
you this Christmas and make this holiday the best ever!
Warmest Wishes to you and your family.
We appreciate your patronage, and we look forward to
serving you in the coming year.
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